Are you planning a trip to Las Vegas?

Travel & Leisure

  • Author Brittany Duppes
  • Published May 30, 2011
  • Word count 533

Are you planning a trip to Las Vegas? Before you even begin to look at the Las Vegas Hotels, check out some reviews and get the scoop on cheap things to do. There are plenty of Vegas attractions, but if you play your cards right, you can catch the very best ones.

A. If you like to gamble, you know that Vegas is the place.

You can find casinos open all day and all night. There are slot machines, poker tournaments, and plenty of other options.

B. If you aren't so good at gambling, take a class.

Not many people know that you can find gambling classes in Las Vegas, but it is a great way to have some fun, and learn how to beat your friends. Many of the big time casinos in Vegas will offer you this activity. Even if you are not a beginner, you can polish of your skills.

C. Richard Petty Driving Experience

You can find one of 25 driving schools set up by this famous NASCAR driver here. Do you like going fast? How about a ride along? Take hold of this once in a lifetime chance to feel like a race car driver.

D. Marriage.

Get married in Vegas! There are plenty of crazy cool themed wedding options. Pick the wedding chapel you love. If this is your first marriage, or even a wedding vow renewal, this is an experience you'll never forget.

E. Get X-Scream

The stratosphere is one of the top ten tallest buildings in the world. You can ride to the top and check out Vegas from the observation deck, or if you are brave, you can ride the rides! You can teeter off of the edge of the building at 856 feet, spin off the edge and dangle above the street far below, or you can rocket up to the starts at the very top.

F. Enjoy a spa day

Relax all day at Treasure Island Hotel. This ranks as one of the very best spas. Get facials, mani-pedi's, massages, and exercise all in one place!

H. Helicopter ride

Explore the Grand Canyon from the sky! You can even take a lunch break at the bottom and enjoy a nice picnic lunch with your friends or loved one. Sometimes you can even add boat transportation to the experience.

I. Shark Reef

Visit Mandalay Bay Hotel and see an array of wild creatures. You can see the jellyfish, try to spot the crocodiles, and you can even touch a shark!

J. More Rides

Find your way to the New York, New York Hotel to ride the Manhattan Express Roller Coaster. Although much closer to the ground, this roller coaster does not pale in comparison to the Stratosphere. For what it lacks in height, it makes up for in speed.

K. Bellagio Fountains

Enjoy the beautiful atmosphere of the Bellagio Fountains. Watch the water show as it rises, falls, and comes to life with the alluring music. It's a great free activity. The show begins at short intervals with a new song and water show every time. You can also take a date to the Olive and get a great view of the fountains from there.

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